Senior Economist

Filip Blazheski joined BBVA Research in July 2015 from the economics consulting firm Nathan Associates, where he worked as a Managing Associate. Prior to this, he worked for the Government of Macedonia and the consulting firm Booz Allen Hamilton.

He holds a bachelor's degree from the University of Sts. Cyril and Methodius, Macedonia and a masters degree from the University of Cambridge, UK.

The net effect of the proposed tax changes on house prices will be limited. Doubling the standard deduction will increase the incentives to rent. The lower cap on mortgage interest deduction can lower prices of homes in higher price ranges over time. Other tax proposals will tighten housing market conditions and generate upward pressures on home prices.